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Low season

November

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

$188

Average price (weekend night)

$276
Cheapest month to stay with an average 33% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 36% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Best South Lake Tahoe hotels

Most recommended South Lake Tahoe hotels

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Black Jack Inn - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Black Jack Inn
8.4 Very good
$212+
$212+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
The Coachman Hotel - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
The Coachman Hotel
8.7 Very good
$311+
$311+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Tahoe Hacienda Inn
6.8 Okay
$133+
$133+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Hotel Becket
6.8 Okay
$199+
$199+
Parking
Pool
Pet friendly
Spa
The Trailhead
3.5 Poor
$191+
$191+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
The Alder Inn
8.1 Very good
$222+
$222+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Hotel Azure
8.1 Very good
$286+
$286+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Hotel Elevation
5.1 Fair
$196+
$196+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly

South Lake Tahoe hotels near Heavenly Mountain Resort

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When to book a hotel in South Lake Tahoe

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Top tips for finding South Lake Tahoe hotel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in South Lake Tahoe, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper hotels in South Lake Tahoe in November and April.
  • Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in South Lake Tahoe if you stay on a Monday. The opposite is true for, Thursday, which is usually the most expensive day.
  • Book at least 17 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your South Lake Tahoe hotel.
  • The cheapest 3-star hotel room in South Lake Tahoe found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $34, while the most expensive was $630.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their hotel in South Lake Tahoe for 6 days.
  • If you're traveling to South Lake Tahoe and want to stay in the nicest hotel in the area, a great choice would be The Landing Resort and Spa or The Edgewood Tahoe Resort, which features a private beach, as well as a spa and wellness center.
  • If you know that you'll be making trips around the lake or to places like Carson City, you'll want a hotel right on Highway 50 to the north of South Lake Tahoe. The Montbleu Resort Casino & Spa is a great choice for this area and that also features an indoor pool and on-site restaurant.
  • If you’re planning to try some water sports on a beautiful summer day in South Lake Tahoe, you will find plenty of water-sports businesses right along the water just to the north of South Lake Tahoe. The Cedar Inn and Suites offers a location close to these businesses, plus they even have their own private beach.
  • If you are looking for a great hotel for a family visit to South Lake Tahoe, why not choose the Hilton Vacation Club Lake Tahoe Resort, which features superb amenities for the entire family? The Hilton Vacation Club has both an indoor and outdoor pool, as well as a hotel restaurant.
  • If you’re looking for a hotel in a quieter location in a more residential setting, but that still offers quick access to everything in South Lake Tahoe, then a good choice for you is the Heavenly Valley Lodge, located near Pioneer Trail. This lodge offers amenities like free parking and much more.
  • Save money by booking a hotel that offers a free shuttle to the ski slopes, casinos, and airport, such as the Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe near El Dorado Beach, which also offers free parking.
  • For a nice hotel with an on-site spa and indoor pool, check out the Montbleu Resort Casino & Spa, which offers decent prices.
  • If you’re interested in gambling during your vacation, book a hotel near Harrah’s, one of South Lake Tahoe’s most popular casinos.
  • The Blue Jay Lodge is an affordable hotel next to Harrah’s, which in addition to its casino, features concerts and comedy shows, as well as an onsite nightclub.
  • For a serene vacation surrounded by spectacular nature, book a hotel directly on the lake, such as the Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort by Diamond Resorts.
  • To keep ski-lift ticket costs down, book a hotel that offers good package deals for their guests, such as The Squaw Valley Lodge, which frequently runs ski package deals and offers a shuttle to one of Tahoe’s main mountains.
  • In addition to skiing, South Lake Tahoe is a great destination for golfing. The Apex Inn is a good budget hotel near the Lake Tahoe Golf Course.

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